Penne With Cauliflower and Capers Recipe

Name: Penne With Cauliflower and Capers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb penne pasta; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; ¾ teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste); 2 tablespoons capers; 1 head cauliflower, about 3/4 lb., cut into 1-inch; ½ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated; 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

12 lb penne pasta
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
¾ teaspoon chili flakes (or to taste)
2 tablespoons capers
1 head cauliflower, about 3/4 lb., cut into 1-inch
½ cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated
3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat.
2
Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente (tender but firm to the bite).
3
Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the cooking water.
4
Meanwhile, in a large pan over medium heat, melt the butter until it is just starting to brown.
5
Add the olive oil, then the onion and garlic.
6
Cook until the onion is beginning to caramelize, about 7 minutes.
7
Add the chili flakes and cauliflower and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
8
Add the 1 cup of reserved pasta cooking water and cook until the cauliflower is tender, 5 to 7 minutes more, adding more cooking water if needed.
9
Add the pasta to the pan and stir in the capers, cheese, parsley and lemon juice.
10
Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

5401

kcal

Calories

Fat

1046

Carbs

190

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb penne pasta, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 yellow onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Penne With Cauliflower and Capers falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Penne With Cauliflower and Capers

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